Skowhegan Outdoors

Bugs and Brews: Learn Fly-Tying
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp, 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States
Please register for this program at the website listed below or HERE.
Kick off tying season with simple, fish-catching patterns taught step-by-step; materials provided, with casual conversation and an optional beverage hosted at Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe.

Basecamp Speaker Session: Phrenology of a Floodplain
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp, 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States
Over the course of ten months, as a Maine Master Naturalist in training, I returned to the recently decommissioned floodplain at Somerset Woods Trustees’ Wesserunsett Stream Preserve to document how the landscape shifted through the seasons. It was incredible! Each return visit showed me something new: water rising or falling, sunlight shifting, life awakening or quieting. Together, those moments revealed how every species here is tuned to this unique ecosystem.

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Fall Open House and Membership Drive
2025-11-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp, 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States
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1st Annual Skowhegan Outdoors Harvest Relay Race
2025-11-22 09:00 - 12:30 | Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp, 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, United States
1st Annual Skowhegan Outdoors Harvest Relay
Saturday, November 22 • 1.39 miles x relay • $20/team (Under-18 teams: FREE)
Grab 1–3 friends and tag-team a fast, fun out-and-back from the Basecamp Gear Library across the walking bridge to the far end of the Debe River Walk—and back. Teams of 2–4 runners trade off by high-five at Basecamp until the final runner crosses the finish. Fastest relay wins (mixed teams welcome), with swag and bragging rights on the line—and maybe a bonus prize or two 👀. Light aid at the Debe turnaround, cozy vibes at Basecamp. New to running? Perfect. This one’s about community, not PRs.
Course: 1.39 mi total per leg: Basecamp → walking bridge → Debe River Walk far end (aid/turnaround) → back to Basecamp.
Fee: $20 per team; teams with all runners under 18 are free.

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Downhill Ski Day with Somerset Outing Club
2025-12-18 08:00 - 17:00
Please check https://movemorekids.org/projects/somerset-outing-club/ for more information on this program.

Paracord Bracelet Making with Skowhegan Free Public Library
2026-01-13 17:00 - 18:30 | Skowhegan Free Public Library, 9 Elm Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Learn how to make a functional paracord bracelet during this hands-on craft session with the Skowhegan Free Public Library. Participants will leave with a finished bracelet and a new outdoor skill! All materials included.
Register here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43048-paracord-bracelet-making-with-skowhegan-free-public-library/join

Dog-Friendly Snowshoe Walk
2026-01-15 15:00 - 16:00 | Robbins Hill Scenic Overlook, 975 S Main Street, Solon, ME, 04979
Bring your pup and hit the trails for a dog-friendly snowshoe walk. We have sets of microspikes and snowshoes, first come first serve. This casual outing is all about fresh air, wagging tails, and enjoying winter together—leashed, mannered dogs welcome. Snowshoes available first come, first serve.
Register Here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43052-dog-friendly-snowshoe-walk/join

DIY Beanie Embroidery with Skowhegan Free Public Library
2026-01-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Skowhegan Free Public Library, 9 Elm Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Customize your winter gear with this DIY beanie embroidery workshop hosted with the Skowhegan Public Library. Learn simple embroidery techniques and add your own personal flair to a cozy beanie. Beanies available! All materials included.
Register Here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43049-diy-beanie-embroidery-with-skowhegan-free-public-library

Bugs & Brews: Learn Fly-Tying
2026-01-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Skowhegan Outdoors Basecamp Gear Library, 65 Water Street, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Grab a warm beverage from Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe and learn the basics of fly tying in this relaxed, social workshop. Participants will be guided through materials, tools, and simple patterns. All materials included.
Register Here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43051-bugs-brews-learn-fly-tying/join

Cross-Country Ski Clinic @ Quarry Road Trails
2026-02-06 11:00 - 14:00, 2026-02-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Quarry Road Trails, 300 Quarry Road, Waterville, Maine
New to cross-country skiing or looking to build confidence on skis? This half-day introductory clinic, led by experienced instructors is designed for beginners and first-time skiers.
Participants will learn foundational cross-country skiing skills, including basic movement, stopping, turning, and climbing techniques, along with an overview of equipment setup and trail etiquette. After instruction, the group will ski Quarry Road Trails, experiencing one of Maine’s premier Nordic destinations.

Instruction, equipment, and lunch are included in the program cost.

Program Details
Cost: $30 adults | Free for youth
Skill level: Beginner / first-time skiers welcome
Includes: Instruction, gear, lunch
Meeting location: Quarry Road Yurt, Waterville, ME
This program is a great introduction to cross-country skiing in a supportive, instructional setting while enjoying a scenic winter adventure.
Register here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43071-cross-country-ski-clinic-with-quarry-road/join

Ice Skating on Lake George
2026-02-07 11:00 - 14:00 | Lake George Regional Park (West), W Lake George Park Rd, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
*Please know this program is weather-dependent. We will communicate with registrants if any issues arise!**
Enjoy a classic winter experience with community ice skating on Lake George. This casual skate is weather-dependent and open to all ages and experience levels. Skates available first come first serve. Skowhegan Outdoors team will do their best to keep the snow cleared for the season.
Register here: https://give.mainstreetskowhegan.org/campaigns/43053-ice-skating-at-lake-george/join

Learn Fly-Tying with Skowhegan Free Public Library
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Skowhegan Free Public Library, 9 Elm Street, Skowhegan, Maine
Learn the basics of fly tying in this relaxed, social workshop. Participants will be guided through materials, tools, and simple patterns. All materials included.
Register here: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/43083-learn-fly-tying-with-skowhegan-free-public-library/join

SnowFest Fun at Lake George
2026-02-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Lake George Regional Park (West), W Lake George Park Rd, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Winter Carnival at Lake George!
10 a.m.- 4 p.m. | Lake George Regional Park, WEST
Join us at Lake George for a full day of winter activities!
Check out somersetsnowfest.org/2026-schedule for full schedule and information!

Morning Cross-Country Ski @ Lakewood Golf Course | March 17, 2026
2026-02-17 09:00 - 10:00
Start your morning with a relaxed, community cross-country ski session at Lakewood Golf Course. These outings are open to all levels and focus on enjoying winter movement, fresh air, and time on skis. We will bring skis and boots as requested, first come first serve.

Please register in advance to attend this program: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/44071-morning-cross-country-ski-lakewood-golf-course-march-2026/join

Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides with Seavey Farm & Winter Field Day with REACH
2026-02-18
More information TBD. Please check back or somersetsnowfest.org for more details!

Skijor Skowhegan
2026-02-21 10:00 - 15:00
Please check somersetsnowfest.org for more information!

Morning Cross-Country Ski @ Lakewood Golf Course | March 3, 2026
2026-03-03 09:00 - 10:00

Spring Open House
2026-03-23 17:00 - 19:00
Join us at Joe’s Flat Iron Cafe and Basecamp Gear Library for an Open House to meet the team, talk gear, and learn more about Main Street Skowhegan, Skowhegan Outdoors, Skowhegan Center for Entrepreneurship, and the Skowhegan River Park. Joe’s will be serving his weekly community dinner and refreshments will be available.
No registration required. We’ll see you then!

"Spring Forward" Run Club with Kay Active Fitness | April 2, 2026
2026-04-02 17:30 - 18:30
Join Kay Active Fitness and Skowhegan Outdoors for a run from Basecamp Gear Library. This includes areas of Downtown Skowhegan, the Debe Trail, and the Philbrick Woods. Beginners, walkers, marathoners welcomed to this social hour of exercise.
Please register to participate in this program: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/44076-spring-forward-run-club-with-kay-active-fitness-april-2026/join

"Spring Forward" Run Club with Kay Active Fitness | April 9, 2026
2026-04-09 17:30 - 18:30

Basecamp Session: Vernal Pools - More Than a Puddle | April 14, 2026
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00
Please register to join us for this program: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/44077-vernal-pools-more-than-a-puddle-basecamp-session-april-14-2026/join

Join Naturalist Rachel Cheatham-McFadden for this 1-hour “Basecamp Session” seminar on vernal pools and their importance to a forest ecosystem. Light refreshments available.

Earth Day Blue & Green Space Clean-Up | April 22, 2026
2026-04-22 17:00 - 18:30
Join the Skowhegan Outdoors Team in a celebration of Earth Day by cleaning up parts of downtown Skowhegan. The melting snow may reveal some “treasures”! We will meet at Basecamp Gear Library at 5pm and will work our way adjacent to the river, the river access stairs, the Debe Trail, and Philbrick Wood. Gloves and safety vests will be provided.
Please register to join us for this program: https://www.giveffect.com/campaigns/44078-earth-day-blue-green-space-clean-up-april-22-2026/join
